Physical Therapist Assistant
Department: Physical Therapy
Schedule: Per Diem
Shift: Day Shift
Hours:
Job Details: - High school diploma or equivalent required
- Experience preferred
- Experience with special needs preferred

SUMMARY:Provides physical therapy treatment, teaching and consultation for infant, toddler, latent, and adolescents in a variety of program settings including school and inpatient.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following.Other duties may be assigned.

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Assists the physical therapists in the patient evaluation/discharge.
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Demonstrates proficiency in treatment techniques for all age groups in between 0 and 21 years.
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Implements the patient's physical therapy program.
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Observes and documents all pertinent patient information.Reports information to primary physical therapist and clinical treatment as needed.
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Participates, with physical therapist, in the development of the education plan.
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Participates in all patient related, departmental, and program specific meetings.Provides education session to staff, students, Hospital employees and the community.
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Successfully completes Hospital and department specific orientation and ongoing mandatory education requirements.
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Lifts up to 40 pounds, without assistance, using safe body mechanics. Lifts and transports patients and their equipment, weighing up to 200 pounds using safe body mechanics, assistance and/or mechanical devises.
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Provides continuity of care in emergency situations.Floats to other units as directed by Supervisor.
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Demonstrates correct use of all necessary treatment materials and equipment.
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Participates in department quality assurance efforts.
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Other essential duties may be assigned as necessary to the operation of the department.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

* Associates Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy Assistance education is required
* Minimum of one year of related experience preferred
* Knowledge of basic treatments and procedures in patient care required
* Knowledge of basic principles of handling and assistive devices and adaptive equipment required
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

* Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant granted by theCommonwealthofMassachusetts
* Current CPR certification must be maintained during employment
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

* Ability to provide compassionate care to patients and families
* Ability to communicate effectively with other team members
* Accepts specific non-treatment related duties within the department
* Maintains a safe and orderly work environment
* Demonstrates knowledge of impact of normal and abnormal developmental age of patient care and safety for infant, toddler, latency, adolescents and young adults